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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Dowagiac, MI

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Dowagiac. Average rating: 3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dowagiac, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3/5
Parent reviews
4
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Dowagiac offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Dowagiac

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Dowagiac, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dowagiac zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
490475
3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dowagiac (20–140 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dowagiac based on parent reviews

Dowagiac Center

3(1)

203 S Paul Street, Dowagiac, MI

One parent reports being accepted and enrolled only to have the bus pickup option rescinded one week before school started, resulting in their child's enrollment being voided and a return to the waiting list. The reviewer describes this as a disappointing experience that required breaking the news to an excited child.

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Daycare types in Dowagiac

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dowagiac, Michigan

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Dowagiac, Michigan, making up 40% of the 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Dowagiac have an average rating of 3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3 stars. Our analysis covers 4 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dowagiac, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Dowagiac

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Dowagiac Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent reports being accepted and enrolled only to have the bus pickup option rescinded one week before school started, resulting in their child's enrollment being voided and a return to the waiting list. The reviewer describes this as a disappointing experience that required breaking the news to an excited child.

Address
203 S Paul Street, Dowagiac, MI
Phone
(269) 782-8818
St John'S Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
603 Mccleary Street, Dowagiac, MI
Phone
(269) 782-3771

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dowagiac, Michigan, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Dowagiac have an average Google rating of 3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Dowagiac, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Michigan's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Michigan)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Dowagiac offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Michigan typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Dowagiac for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dowagiac must be licensed by Michigan's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.